Description
Apple Cider Whoopie Pies are a delightful autumn treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. These soft, spiced cookie sandwiches filled with creamy goodness evoke cozy memories of family gatherings and seasonal festivities. With their perfect balance of sweet apple flavor and warm spices, they are easy to make and sure to impress at any gathering or as a comforting dessert at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually stir in apple cider and combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Cool on wire racks. For the filling, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Once cookies are cool, spread filling on one cookie half and sandwich with another.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added texture, mix in chopped nuts or dried fruit into the batter. - Allow cookies to cool completely before adding filling for best results.